The 2024 Garden Year
January 19, 2024 January Our year started with snow, ice and frigid temperatures in mid-January. Our temperatures stayed below freezing for almost a week. I think it was the most consistent cold that we've experienced since moving here. Fortunately, it was a dry snow so there wasn't too much damage. Once again, we almost lost the azara and I'm afraid there would have been some breakage if I had not kept knocking the ice off. February 14, 2024 February In past years, it seems that inclement weather seems to hit around Michael's birthday in mid-February. After the January snow and ice, this month was actually quite tame. Nothing exciting to report - mostly birdwatching . Early flowers like hellebores, cyclamen and crocus begin to bloom in mid month. March 3, 2024 March I got into a walking routine which I'm happy to report I am continuing this year. You get to the point where you feel guilty if you miss a day. I do miss days occasionally but I'm learning that ...
The small victories are what keep us gardening.
ReplyDeleteThat first photo gives a different and very beautiful view/perspective of the garden. Before you know it, you'll be able to practice your putting.
ReplyDeleteWhich grass did you use? No- mow or turf?
ReplyDeleteJules, it is turf grass.
DeleteNot sure if my earlier post will show up. Just wondering if you used turf or no-mow grass.
ReplyDeleteThis is coming together with the grass coming in. I like the step down.
ReplyDeleteThat is going to look so pretty once it fills in. Your garden is looking beautiful already with all the colors.
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